Director, Golf Championships — U.S. Amateur & Walker Cup

United States Golf Association (USGA); Liberty Corner (NJ); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The USGA is seeking a Director, Championships to lead inside-the-ropes operations for the U.S. Amateur Championship and Walker Cup Match at our Liberty Corner, NJ campus. You will oversee course setup, rules administration, volunteer management, and event logistics.

This senior role requires 8+ years in golf tournament administration, strong leadership and communication skills, and deep knowledge of the Rules of Golf. You will partner with Championship teams to deliver outstanding experiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree
• 8+ years of experience in golf tournament administration or event operations (preferred at national, state, or regional level)
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills; ability to lead and communicate well with others
• Advanced experience in all aspects of golf tournament administration both inside and outside the ropes
• Knowledge of the Rules of Golf (score of 90 or higher on PGA/USGA Rules Exam every 4 years)
• Ability to manage local relationships with host club and local organizing committee
• Ability to manage and delegate, ensure task completion, and provide atmosphere to learn and grow
• Ability to effectively speak to public groups of any size and stature
• Strong working knowledge of modern technology
• Strong written skills

Responsibilities

• Lead & direct all aspects (inside the ropes) of the U.S. Amateur Championship, including course set-up, Agronomics, pace of play, etc.
• Oversight of all rules-related activities associated with the Championship, including but not limited to course marking, rules-related memos and documents, rules assignments, rules invitations, etc.
• Work closely with Championship Manager on all rules office aspects, including the rules-related social functions, ordering and managing supplies, gifting, etc.
• Work closely with the Championship Director (outside the ropes) on operational aspects, including on-course operations, budgeting, social functions, player services, gifting, etc.
• Work closely with Championship Administration to ensure accuracy of entry application, qualifying information, review of exemptions, allocation of places, pairings, and other administrative details as necessary.
• Work with Communications, Marketing, and Broadcast staff on promotion and publicity for assigned Championships and Match, along with any relevant press-related matters.
• Lead & direct all aspects (inside the ropes) of the Match including course set-up, agronomics, pace of play, etc.
• Serve as contact and liaison for all members of the USGA and R&A as it pertains to conduct of the match, including the Terms/Conditions of the Match, Team Assistant Guidelines, etc.
• Oversight of all rules-related activities associated with the Match, including but not limited to course marking, rules-related documents, rules assignments, rules invitations etc.
• Work closely with the Championship Director (outside the ropes) on some administrative and operational support matters, including on-course operations, budget, working with the Keepers of the Cup gifting, social functions, golf outings, etc.
• Work with Team Captains and Managers regarding the conduct of the Match, scheduling, and assisting with practice sessions, caddie draw, etc.
• Assist in execution of team and stakeholder experience at Walker Cup when played overseas.
• Assist the Future Amateur Sites Committee as needed, including travel to visit golf clubs to determine their suitability to host future USGA championships.
• Assist in the conduct of other USGA Championships or invited events as assigned. Duties may include: Course marking; course set-up; serving as a referee; operations; crowd control; volunteer management.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Rules knowledge

Public speaking

Team management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The USGA is seeking a Director, Championships to lead inside-the-ropes operations for the U.S. Amateur Championship and Walker Cup Match at our Liberty Corner, NJ campus. You will oversee course setup, rules administration, volunteer management, and event logistics.

This senior role requires 8+ years in golf tournament administration, strong leadership and communication skills, and deep knowledge of the Rules of Golf. You will partner with Championship teams to deliver outstanding experiences.